is a nutrition

program for women, infants, and children that gives extra food, tips on healthy eating, breastfeeding help, and referrals for other services.

Who can get WIC?Women • Pregnant and up to 6 weeks after

pregnancy• Postpartum women up to 6 months

after baby’s birth • Breastfeeding moms up to baby’s

first birthday

Infants • Up to their first birthday

Children • Up to their fifth birthday

Women• Get to prenatal care earlier• Eat better while pregnant and

right after having baby• Gain the right amount of weight

while pregnant• Carry baby to full term

Infants• Grow better• Are born the right size• Fewer infant deaths

Children• Eat better• Grow better• Are ready to

start school• Get shots on time• Have good

blood levels of iron

Who can apply for WIC?• You can have a job or not.• You can be married, single or live

with parents. • Fathers, mothers, grandparents or

guardians can apply for children under age 5.

Where can I live and how much money or income can I make to get WIC?• You must live in the state of Maryland

to be in the Maryland WIC Program.• You can only make up to a certain

amount of money or income.

How can I find out if I can get WIC?The best way is to call and make an appointment at a WIC clinic near you.

Can I get WIC if I am in another program?Some people are able to get WIC because they are in other programs like:• Foster Care• Medical Assistance• SNAP or Food Stamps• TCA (Temporary Cash Assistance)If you are in one of these programs, call your local WIC clinic to find out if you can get WIC.

WIC gives tips on

shopping, cooking, eating well, and connects you with other health and wellness services. WIC is for a healthier Maryland. Tell a friend!

Call for an appointment

to apply for Maryland WIC:

Proof of identity. Bring one for each person who is applying:

o Birth certificate o Crib card from the hospital for

new babies o Driver’s license or MVA ID card o Picture identification from the

government, school, or your job o Social Security card

Proof of household income. Bring at least one: o Benefits letters: Child Support, SSI, Social Security, Unemployment

o Independence Card o Medical Assistance cards for

all family members o Recent family paystubs dated

within 30 days

or your local Maryland WIC office.

Proof of your address. Bring one:

o Copy of a lease o Driver’s license or MVA ID card o Official mail like a bill or

statement

Proof of pregnancy, only if pregnant. Bring one:

o Doctor’s note o Pregnancy test results from

a doctor or clinic o Sonogram

Immunization record for an infant or child under the age of 2.

What foods does WIC give and why?WIC gives foods to help you be healthy like a doctor might give medicine to make you well. Everyone gets different foods based on their needs.

Milk and cheese for strong bones and teeth.

Bread, cereal, and rice with iron for energy, and folic acid for healthy growth.

Fruits and vegetables to help keep your heart and weight healthy.

Eggs, beans, and canned fish for strong muscles and healthy skin.

Baby foods, infant cereal, and if needed, iron-fortified infant formula.

How much food does WIC give?WIC gives supplemental or extra foods. The WIC Program does not give all the food you will need. You will need to buy more food than WIC gives.

You will get checks for your foods to use at WIC approved stores or farmers’ markets in Maryland.

Call WIC for breastfeeding tips and support.

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This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

Find the WIC clinic near you by calling 1-800-242-4942 or visiting www.mdwic.org.

Call your WIC clinic and make an appointment.

Come to your WIC appointment with this information: